Kevin Curran. Independent study (including assessment) Computing N/A

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1 MODULE TITLE: MODULE CODE: Internet Technologies COM588 DATE OF REVISION: 2010 MODULE LEVEL: 6 CREDIT POINTS: 20 MODULE STATUS: SEMESTER: 1 LOCATION: E-LEARNING: PREREQUISITE(S): CO-REQUISITE(S): MODULE CO-ORDINATOR(S): TEACHING STAFF RESPONSIBLE FOR MODULE DELIVERY: HOURS: Optional Magee Web supplemented None None TOTAL EFFORT HOURS: 200 ACADEMIC SUBJECT: Kevin Curran Kevin Curran Lectures Seminars Tutorials Practicals Independent study (including assessment) Computing 24 hrs 0 hrs 0 hrs 48 hrs 128 hrs MODULAR SUBJECT: N/A RATIONALE The success of the internet and proliferation of broadband services have brought new challenges and opportunities to the computer industry. As a result there is a new for new graduates to understand the underlying networking principles, standards, applications and uses of the Internet. This module presents the technical and research challenges associated with developing online and mobile entertainment applications, and provides students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to program them.

2 AIMS The aims of this module are to introduce the underlying networking concepts, the protocols and standards which comprise the Internet, Internet trends and applications, the mobile Internet, security and online gaming. The Internet and World Wide Web are dramatically changing the world we live in and this course will strive to provide a holistic view of the Internet so that students can more fully understand the concepts involved. The technical and research challenges posed by online entertainment applications are also reviewed. The module also aims to foster an understanding and level of expertise in using advanced Internet Technologies and toolkits. Furthermore, the module will provide students with an opportunity to develop the programming skills necessary to create robust Internet applications and mobile games. LEARNING OUTCOMES A successful student will be able to show that he/she can: KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING K1 K2 K3 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key principles and concepts that underpin computer networking, internet applications and mobile games. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key concepts and techniques used to develop Internet Applications and related protocols and standards. Display an appreciation of the technical and research challenges facing developers of network based environments. INTELLECTUAL QUALITIES I1 I2 I3 Critically evaluate approaches and techniques used in the design and development of Internet Technologies and online games. Apply a range of technical solutions that address the technical challenges associated with the design of Internet Technologies. Communicate and implement appropriate network applications. PROFESSIONAL/PRACTICAL SKILLS P1 P2 P3 P4 Demonstrate competence in the creation of appropriate Internet applications Employ effectively a range of tools and techniques in the design of Internet applications and online games. Combine a range of techniques and approaches in the design and development of Internet applications. Demonstrate the ability to develop Internet application. TRANSFERABLE SKILLS T1 T2 T3 T4 Adopt a methodical approach in the design and development of Internet applications Communicate design solutions in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrate the ability to coordinate the processes involved in the design and development of Internet applications Demonstrate ability to critically evaluate and synthesise information from a wide range of sources.

3 CONTENT The Network underneath - Protocol stacks, standards and issues, Causes of Delay, Multimedia on the network, Wireless technologies, Quality of Service and Autonomic systems Internet Building Blocks Protocols and Standards, HTML/XML/PMXML/RSS, Java & JavaScript and Middleware Internet Trends, Applications and Services - AJAX, Google gears, WikiWikiWeb, Search engine optimisation techniques & vertical search engines, Web Intelligence, Online collaboration, Online gaming & wide area location based gaming, Semantic web, Civil liberties, Web accessibility, Web Services, Long tail & Library 2.0, Social networking, VoiceXML, Podcasting, Automated Media Monitoring, Data Portability and WebOS The Mobile Internet - Location based mobile applications, Mobile HCI - adapting information for mobile devices, Browsing the web on mobiles, Video games & mobile phones, Location based mobile applications, Wide area gaming and Body Area networks Internet Security Cryptography, Universal Authentication, Honeynets, Wireless (WiFi) Security, Digital watermarking, Steganography, SPAM, Hacking, SPIT, Cyberterrorism and Computer Fraud Online Gaming - Gaming middleware, Peer to Peer gaming and mobile gaming TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS Lectures will consist of context setting, introductions to and explanations of relevant techniques and algorithms. Open discussions and references to reading material will frequently be used to widen the learning experience. The material covered in the practical sessions will reinforce the content covered in the lectures and will focus on developing the students game development and programming skills. Students will be directed to read sections of the recommended texts together with material from relevant Internet sites. They will be expected to consolidate the material after the lectures by private study.

4 ASSESSMENT The exact nature of the coursework will vary from year to year. Examples of typical coursework assessments that may be used to assess student learning include: Coursework 1: The first item of coursework may require the student to write a research paper summarising the current state relating to a specific area of the module content. This item of coursework will typically contribute to 20% of the overall coursework mark K1, K2, K3, T4 Coursework 2: The second item of coursework may require the student to design the communication architecture for an online application. This item of coursework will typically contribute to 30% of the overall coursework mark K1, K2, I1, I2, I3, P1, P3, T1, T2, T3 Coursework 3: The third item of coursework may require the student to create a complete network based application and implement the communication architecture created in the second assignment. This item of coursework will typically contribute to 50% of the overall coursework mark I1, I2, P1, P2, P3, P4, T1, T3. 100% Coursework READING LIST Required Curran, Kevin (2009) Understanding the Internet - A Glimpse into the Building Blocks, Applications, Security and Hidden Secrets of the Web, ISBN: , Chandos Publishing, Oxford, London. Dawes, A. (2010) Windows Mobile Game Development (Paperback), Publisher: APRESS, ISBN-10: Douglas E. Comer. Computer Networks and Internets: International Version: With Internet Applications, Pearson education; 5th Edition, 2008, ISBN-13: Stallings, William, Network Security Essentials: Applications and Standards, Pearson Education, 3rd edition, ISBN-13:

5 Recommended Peter Morville, Louis Rosenfeld. Information Architecture for the World Wide Web: Designing Large-Scale Web Sites. O'Reilly Media, Inc.; 3rd edition, 2006, ISBN-13: Robert W. Sebesta. Programming the World Wide Web 2009: International Version: International Edition, Pearson Education; 5th edition, 2009, ISBN-13: SUMMARY DESCRIPTION This module provides a thorough understanding of the technical and research challenges associated with the protocols and standards which comprise the Internet, Internet trends and applications, the mobile Internet, security and online gaming. The Internet is dramatically changing the world we live in and this course will strive to provide a holistic view of the Internet so that students can more fully understand the concepts involved. During the module students are given the opportunity to develop essential skills and knowledge necessary to create Web applications